What is the cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Yelm?

The cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Yelm is to bus and line 94 bus which costs $2 - $6 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tacoma to Yelm?

The fastest way to get from Tacoma to Yelm is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Tacoma and Yelm?

No, there is no direct bus from Tacoma station to Yelm. However, there are services departing from Commerce St Station - Zone G and arriving at Yelm Ave at 3rd St via SR512 Park & Ride - Zone G and Olympia Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Tacoma to Yelm?

The distance between Tacoma and Yelm is 40 miles. The road distance is 27.5 miles.

How do I travel from Tacoma to Yelm without a car?

The best way to get from Tacoma to Yelm without a car is to train and line 94 bus which takes 1h 14m and costs $17 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Tacoma to Yelm?

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Tacoma to Yelm, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tacoma to Yelm bus from?

Tacoma to Yelm bus services, operated by Intercity Transit, depart from SR512 Park & Ride - Zone G station.

Where does the Tacoma to Yelm bus arrive?

Tacoma to Yelm bus services, operated by Intercity Transit, arrive at Olympia Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Tacoma to Yelm?

Yes, the driving distance between Tacoma to Yelm is 28 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Tacoma to Yelm.

Where can I stay near Yelm?

There are 61+ hotels available in Yelm.

Tacoma to Yelm - 4 ways to travel via train, line 94 bus, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Tacoma to Yelm by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 94 bus
best
1. Take the train from Tacoma to Olympia-Lacey Amtrak StationAmtrak Cascades / ...
2. Take the bus from Amtrak Station to Yelm Ave at Edwards St94
1h 14m
$17–34
Bus, line 94 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from SR512 Park & Ride - Zone G to Olympia Transit Center610 / ...
2. Take the bus from Olympia Transit Center to Yelm Ave at 3rd St94
2h 57m
$2–6
Drive 27.4 mi
1. Drive from Tacoma to Yelm27.4 mi
45 min
$5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tacoma to Yelm27.4 mi
45 min
$90–110

Tacoma to Yelm by train and bus

49Weekly Services

1h 14mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 39.4 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Tacoma, WA, USA and Yelm, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Commerce St Station - Zone G to Yelm Ave at 3rd St via SR512 Park & Ride - Zone G and Olympia Transit Center in around 2h 57m.

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